Abstract:

A motorcycle handlebar grip 4 which attaches using a positive mechanical
method, to a fixed anchorage point 1 which is secured to the motorcycles
handlebar 3. The right hand side of the handlebar 3 uses the throttle
rotor 1 to attach to, which is retained as part of the motorcycles
throttle assemble, and therefore fixed securely. The left hand side
features a clamp in place of the throttle rotor 1, which effectively
replaces the throttle assembly as the fixed anchorage point, the grip
attaching in the same way.

Claims:

1. A motorcycle handlebar grip that is retained in position on the
handlebar by a positive mechanical fitting method.

2. A handlebar grip according to claim 1 which consists essentially of a
solid tube with rubber cushioning exposed to the riders hand.

3. A handlebar grip according to claim 1 which locks to an anchorage point
which is fixed to the handlebar, thus allowing the grip area to be
replaced independently.

4. A handlebar grip according to claim 1 which once fitted to the
anchorage point acts as an integral part of the assembly, and can only be
separated by reversing the assembly procedure.

Description:

[0001]This invention relates to the handlebar grips fitted to motorcycles,
and the necessity to replace them regularly.

[0002]The grips fitted to motorcycle handlebars are important to the
comfort of the rider, to help dull vibration and therefore aid in
controlling the motorcycle. The qualities required from a handlebar grip
means they are a soft compound and therefore they do wear away with use
and require replacing regularly. This applies to all types of grips,
fitted to all types of motorcycles. Those used for sport or on racing
motorcycles are particularly susceptible to wearing away quickly.
Handlebar grips are attached using the elastic properties of their
material, and glue. This can make replacing them awkward and time
consuming.

[0003]This invention proposes motorcycle handlebar grips which are
retained in position on the handlebar by means of a positive, mechanical
fit.

[0004]The mechanical fixing of the handlebar grip ensures a replacement
can be fitted quickly and easily employing a mechanical procedure to
achieve a positive fit. The grip acts as part of an assembly once fitted,
by becoming positively fixed to an anchorage point on the motorcycle's
handlebar. Once fitted the grip becomes an integral part of the assembly.
By using a positive, mechanical means of attachment, the grip is secure
yet can be replaced quickly.

[0005]An example of the invention is now described using the following
drawings for reference.

[0006]FIG. 1 shows an assembly of the right hand side product. This
drawing shows how the product will be assembled on the throttle side of
the motorcycle.

[0007]FIG. 2 shown an assembly of the left hand side product. This drawing
shows how the product will be assembled on the other side of the
handlebar, where there is no throttle.

[0008]Referring to FIG. 1 of the drawings.

[0009]On this side of the motorcycle the throttle rotor 1 acts as part of
the motorcycles existing throttle assembly (not shown). Once fitted it is
inside the throttle and is therefore fixed to the handlebar 3. The grip
tube 4 is a tube covered with the moulded rubber cushioning which is the
grip's contact area with the rider's hand. It is mechanically locked into
the throttle rotor 1 by the positive locking taper 5. Once in place, the
grip tube 4 acts integrally as part of the assembly. It can be seen from
FIG. 1 that to detach the grip tube 4 from the assembly, it is necessary
to slide the throttle rotor 1 (assembled inside the throttle) to the end
of the handlebar 3. This allows the positive locking taper 5 to be
released by parting in the opposing direction.

[0010]Referring to FIG. 2 of the drawings.

[0011]The left hand side of the handlebar 3 requires the clamp 6 to act as
the anchor point. The clamp 6 is mounted to the handlebar, allowing the
grip tube 4 to be attached to it using the positive locking taper 5. It
can be seen from FIG. 2 that to detach the grip tube 4 from the assembly,
it is necessary to slide the clamp 6 to the end of the handlebar 3. This
allows the positive locking taper 5 to be released by parting in the
opposing direction.